Across the Spanish Main

Across the Spanish Main

Two lads from Devon, a county in the southwest of England, are the protagonists of the narrative. In an effort to better the lot of a member of their family, they set out on a quest to capture and board Spanish treasure ships. Book Excerpt “Spring has returned, bringing with it the actual essence and … Read more

The Count of Monte Cristo

The Count of Monte Cristo

“A classic adventure book that is frequently cited as Dumas’ best work and frequently listed among the best books of all time. Dumas worked with additional writers to complete the work in 1844 and have it published as an 18-part series over the following two years. From the end of Napoleon’s power through Louis-Philippe’s reign, … Read more